Texas · Metropolitan Area
Hearne is a small town in Texas with a population of 4,529. Residents earn $30,938 per year, which is 59% below the national average.
Based on current data, Hearne receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Hearne has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Hearne is $30,938, 59% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 29.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
The median home value in Hearne is $90,200, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $639 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 1,711 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,454 per 100,000, 25% above the national average.
9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Hearne enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 78.3% |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 21.7% |
| 62% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $30,938 |
| 59% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $20,073 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,046 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $81,868 |
| Unemployment | 8.9% |
| 147% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 29.9% |
| 141% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 5,241 |
| County GDP | $15,745M |
| Restaurants | 613 |
| Healthcare | 491 |
| Retail | 675 |
| Manufacturing | 125 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $9,407 |
| 169% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 10.43% |
| Commute Time | 20.1 min |
| Work from Home | 5.0% |
| Census Median | $90,200 |
| 68% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $169,491 |
| Census Median Rent | $639 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 54.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $9,407 |
| 169% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 10.43% |
| Obesity | 45.3% |
| 41% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 18.2% |
| Heart Disease | 7.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.2% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 9.1% |
| Stroke | 5.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 40.5% |
| Depression | 22.2% |
| Mental Distress | 21.0% |
| Physical Distress | 17.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 79.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.4% |
| Premature Death | 6,298/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 88.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 491 |
| Total Violent | 1,711.3/100K |
| 350% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 45.0/100K |
| Robbery | 22.5/100K |
| Assault | 1,643.8/100K |
| Total Property | 2,454.4/100K |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 810.6/100K |
| Theft | 1,576.2/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 67.6/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 17 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 68.0°F |
| 26% above US avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (29°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 38.6 inches |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 293 ft (89 m) |
| Area | 4.1 sq mi (10.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,099/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.8771°N, 96.5952°W |
| County FIPS | 48041 |
Winner: Republican by 24.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 9.2% |
| 73% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 81.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 1,099/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.1 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 491 |
| Restaurants | 613 |
| Retail Stores | 675 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 17 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 20.1 min |
| Work from Home | 5.0% |